More Edson Barboza

Biography

TRAINING: I usually train twice a day. Each day is different. I do strength and conditioning, boxing, Muay Thai, sparring, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, wrestling…everything necessary to be ready for an MMA fight.

When and why did you start training for fighting? I began fighting professionally in MMA in 2009, but I’ve wanted to fight my whole life.

What ranks and titles have you held? Renaissance MMA Championship, and Ring of Combat Championship

Do you have any heroes? Jesus Christ is my hero.

What does it mean for you to fight in the UFC? It means a dream realized, but I don't want to just fight; I want to give a show for the UFC's fans.

Did you go to college and if so what degree did you earn? No

What was your job before you started fighting? I have always been a fighter, since I was eight years old.

Favorite grappling technique: Half guard

Favorite striking technique: All combinations of punches and kicks

• Eleven wins by knockout, one by submission (anaconda choke). Has ended seven of 19 wins in the first round.

• 25-3 in Muay Thai with 22 Knockouts. Ended 17 fights in the first round. Highly decorated Muay Thai practitioner with many titles to his name